can i hand sew with this? i am designing dog leashes and want them on the handles
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Hi, I bought this to use as a leather strop for sharpening knives; I glued it to a piece of wood w/ contact cement, and it works great for that purpose. I did a little leather work many years ago, and it seems like this leather could be sewn with leatherwork needles - it's not that thick, but the thickness does vary throughout the piece I have. One side is finished & the other side is unfinished.
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I don't see any reason why not. I don't sew, but I can tell that the fabric is not too heavy for a sewing machine. It looks like a winning solution to me.
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The handles could be cut off even with the basket without damaging the basket if you have a hacksaw or something that you could cut them with. The handles are too thick to cut with wire cutters. Bolt cutters might work, though. I've used a hacksaw on thicker metal than this.
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i have done, pleathers, fleece blankets (double thick) totes quilt blocks with top and bottom and the padding inside~~ if doing something really think like the purse totes, I slow my speed down and "babysit" the machine~~ I sit and watch :)... but 2 layers of the thick blizzard fleece from joann's will fit under the needle and yes u can embroider on them..
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When using them, the handles will stay together, so it is not a problem. I suppose you could use some sort of clip if you're worried about it.
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This is a GREAT leash... I use it every day. I don't see why it wouldn't work for you. (Mine is still a puppy so he doesn't pull much)
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I think it would be too big and just slide around interfering with the leash itself. The adjustable velcro strap would not adjust enough for the smallest handle.
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The dog collar and leashes are great, however the leashes would be easy enough to make. The gloves are huge for my women's medium size hand and useless to me, but gloves are essential. The ball on a rope for my dog who is not much of a fetcher and hard to control impulse to run is fun to use. The video is an interesting take on dog behaviours and I believe he has pegged my dog. I've never had a problem training any other dog. She's just really existential. And we are making progress. I wish I had seen this video when she was a young pup. I hope that helps.
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You could do it, but you would have to do some length alterations.....remake from 2 to one. If you sew, it would take time, but you could do it.....then adjust, adjust, adjust. I only had one dog, and had to attach a strap around my waist, with additional slots to pull the shoulder straps onto the waist. It took days, then he grew and I bought a sturdier carrier.
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No - there is no hooks/eyelets to attach a leash though you could probably put a harness over it. ;)
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I wouldn't try to sew it. The stitches would likely tear through. It is just thin vinyl.
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There is a small handle on the back side that you can carry, at least with mine. You can always sew a handle or strap on. I've sewn patches and a few straps on my bags but my bags don't leave the bike.
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I went on line and printed out directions. I really like mine it locks stitches as your sewing. I bought my cousin one for Xmas, he works with leather all the time. He goes to thrift store or goodwill and buys the largest women's purse he can find and then strips it and then uses the leather for whatever he decides to make. Right now he's sewing a pouch to hold is canteen. Online, u tube illustrates how to use the awl. Best thing about the awl you can use a roll of thread for continue use be sure to use bees wax.
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This is a pattern for someone who can sew. If it does not have snaps for waist of fly. The maker can alter the design for these additions.
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I have never tried to attach it to the leash because I always put it on my pants loop (which is easy). Also, I have a retractable leash, so I don't think that would work. Its a pretty big loop, so I don't think I would try attaching it to a leash in any case. I love the product and would always recommend it. This is simple to use and inexpensive, so I say go for it!!!!
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Absolutely. However, you should use a commercial leash kit that employs a plastic threaded grommet. Simply running a leash of cord through a drilled hole will cause the hole to tear from stress.
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Yeah, you can! I've made a couple of vests from the stuff I got, it holds up well to sewing. At one point I tried fastening eyelets through it, though, and that doesn't work too well unless you punch it really securely. The fabric likes to loosen up around those parts and the eyelets ended up falling out. Still, though, I like it a lot.